1999 Suzuki Baleno vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 536 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Suzuki Baleno | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Suzuki | Subaru |
| Model | Baleno | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2620 mm |
